How I Made It Through HELL WEEK

Published on May 26, 2022
Duration: 18:08

This video details the extreme physical and mental challenges of Navy SEAL BUD/S training, particularly First Phase and Hell Week. It highlights the brutal nature of exercises like Log PT, IBS boat carries, and the obstacle course, emphasizing the high attrition rate. The content underscores the development of mental toughness and grit as the primary outcome of this demanding pipeline.

Quick Summary

BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) training is a six-month program for Navy SEAL candidates, divided into three phases. The First Phase, lasting eight weeks, is the most demanding and has the highest attrition rate. Hell Week, in week five, involves continuous activity with almost no sleep to build extreme mental toughness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: BUD/S Class 278 Graduation
  2. 01:41BUD/S Structure and First Phase Attrition
  3. 02:59Indoctrination and Wetsuit Appreciation Swims
  4. 04:33Physical Training: Daily Runs and IBS Boats
  5. 07:13Log PT and 'Old Misery' Drills
  6. 09:10Obstacle Course and 'Slide for Life'
  7. 10:14Timed Runs and Avoiding the Goon Squad
  8. 11:42Hell Week: Breakout and Sleep Deprivation
  9. 13:52Hydro Hell Week: UDT Roots
  10. 15:34Surf Torture and Building Mental Toughness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BUD/S training?

BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) is a rigorous six-month training program for aspiring Navy SEALs, divided into three phases. It's known for its extreme physical and mental challenges, with a very high attrition rate.

How long is the First Phase of BUD/S?

The First Phase of BUD/S training lasts for eight weeks. This phase is the most challenging and results in the highest number of candidates quitting or being dropped from the program.

What happens during Hell Week in BUD/S?

Hell Week is a critical part of BUD/S, typically occurring in the fifth week. It involves five days of continuous, high-intensity activity with minimal sleep, designed to test candidates' limits and build extreme mental toughness.

What is the 'Goon Squad' in BUD/S training?

The 'Goon Squad' refers to the group of trainees at the very back during timed runs or physical evolutions. They receive extra 'hammering' or punishment from instructors, serving as a motivator for others to maintain pace.

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